Cast · Writer
Ruth Gordon
1896 – 1985
- Active years (films on this site)
- 1949–1971
- Schools and movements
- Classical HollywoodNew HollywoodPolish Cinema
Directors worked with
Biography
Ruth Gordon Jones was an American actress, playwright, screenwriter and novelist, widely known for a career that spanned seven decades, beginning by performing on Broadway at age 19. Known for her nasal voice and distinctive personality, Gordon gained international recognition and critical acclaim for film roles that continued into her 70s and 80s. Her later work included performances in Rosemary's Baby (1968), What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice? (1969), Where's Poppa? (1970), Harold and Maude (1971), Every Which Way but Loose (1978), Any Which Way You Can (1980), and My Bodyguard (1980).
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Awards and honours
International
- Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress 1969
- Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture 1969
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series 1979
- Crystal Award 1983
4 films on this site
- Adam's Rib 1949 · George Cukor · IMDb 7.4 · Writer
- Pat and Mike 1952 · George Cukor · IMDb 6.9 · Writer
- Rosemary's Baby 1968 · Roman Polanski · IMDb 8.0 · Cast
- Harold and Maude 1971 · Hal Ashby · IMDb 7.8 · Cast